Operations Program Manager

Amprius Technologies, Inc. • Fremont, CA

16h • $120,000 - $190,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Amprius Technologies is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Operations Program Manager (OPM) to drive the successful manufacturing scale-up of key suppliers. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between engineering, manufacturing, and our supply chain partners, ensuring a seamless transition from prototype to mass production. This role requires a strong background in both program management and operational excellence within a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in Operations Program Management, Production Management, or Supply Chain Management in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial) or a related field.
• Proven ability to manage manufacturing and supply chain projects. PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, NPI, and scaling production. Li-ion cell manufacturing knowledge is a plus
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 25% to visit suppliers and manufacturing sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex, cross-functional operations programs from concept to high-volume manufacturing.
• Define program scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage comprehensive program schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Identify, track, and mitigate program risks, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Regularly communicate program status, risks, and dependencies to executive leadership and relevant teams.
• Plan and execute a project kickoff meeting to align all stakeholders on the program objectives and critical path.
• Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to define and optimize the manufacturing process (DFM, DFA).
• Drive New Product Introduction (NPI) readiness activities, including line bring-up, process validation (e.g., FAI, CPK studies), and production ramp readiness.
• Lead the transfer of manufacturing processes to external contract manufacturing partners.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet quality, cost, and capacity requirements for production scale.
• Collaborate with the Procurement and Supply Chain teams to select, qualify, and manage key suppliers.
• Oversee the development and execution of the supply chain strategy, including inventory planning, logistics, and material readiness.
• Manage the Bill of Materials (BOM) readiness and cost tracking throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ensure component and material supply continuity, proactively addressing potential shortages or quality issues.

Benefits

• Health benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage. Medical options of HMO and PPO plans.
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA). HSA compatible Medical Plan, FSA Options.
• Pet Health Insurance (dog & cats)
• Traditional and Roth 40l(k) Plans
• Generous vacation leave starts with 3 weeks annual accrual. 10 paid holidays. Sick time off.
• Cell phone reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees